Source: BroBible
Summary
The Alabama football team held a media day event, where a viral photo opportunity has fueled the debate over the starting quarterback. The current quarterback battle is between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, with each player having unique skills. Mack is a veteran with experience in the Kalen DeBoer system, while Russell is a highly-rated recruit with exceptional athletic ability. The team has not officially named a starter, and coaches are staying mum on the subject. Players have been quiet on the race, but a recent photo op with Russell has sparked speculation that he may be the starter.
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The habit gets a new name.
Alabama’s quarterback battle is a “battle” only because we need something to talk about. Austin Mack is the dependable veteran, while Keelon Russell is the exciting new talent. The team’s media day photo op was just a chance for everyone to get excited about something that hasn’t been decided yet. The “It” factor is just a fancy way of saying “we have no idea who’s going to start”.
The photo op was just a photo op, but now it’s a clue. Because, of course, it is.
The team will name a starter when they’re good and ready. Until then, we’ll just have to keep speculating.
The real question is: who will be more disappointed when they don’t win the starting job?
Author: Evan Null
